Latest News – The Horse

Do Radiographs Change as Weanlings Grow to Yearlings?
Many of the abnormalities researchers evaluated in weanling X rays improve by the time the horse was a yearling.

Readers Expect Feed, Hay to be Biggest Expense This Year
Of the 832 poll respondents, 285 (34%) say feed and hay will be their most expensive equine-related purchase this year.

Novel Equine Deworming Principles, Procedures in the Works
Researchers are working to help us better evaluate and manage parasites in the face of anthelmintic resistance.

FEI, EquiRatings Partner on Data, Risk Analysis Initiatives
The two organizations will work together on risk management initiatives for eventing and endurance.

Using Endocrine Therapy to Manage Subfertile Mares
Reproductive endocrinology can influence a horse’s overall health and well-being.
Colorado Authorities Seek Owner of Abandoned Horse
The horse, which appeared to be malnourished and losing hair due to a fungal infection, was found near Florence.

How Do I Transition My Horse to Pasture?
Our equine nutritionist shares tips for keeping your horse healthy and your pastures in good shape this spring.
BLM Quarantines Axtell Wild Horse Corrals
Officials believe some horses have contracted strangles. Testing is underway to confirm the diagnosis.
Challis Field Office Offers Wild Horse Viewing
The public can view gathered horses at the Challis Wild Horse Corrals, in Idaho, April 5-6, from 3-5 p.m., local time.

UK Equine Programs Receives $6.8 Million Gift From Alumnus
Dr. John Pirri Jr. pledged more than $6.8 million for UK Ag Equine Programs’ facility needs.
The Jockey Club Offering $21,000 in Academic Scholarships
Applications for the two scholarships must be completed by April 30.

How to Manage Four Equine Respiratory Emergencies
Find tips on handling bacterial pleuropneumonia, pneumothorax and hemothorax, rib fractures, and ARDS in foals.

Insect Bite Hypersensitivity and Pruritus in Horses
Dr. Susan White shares strategies for successful management of horses sweet itch, an allergic reaction to bug bites.
Lawsuit Filed Over Allegedly Mishandled Stored Semen
An Arkansas women claims an equine reproduction facility mishandled semen from her now-deceased Missouri Fox Trotter.

Fixing Treatment Aversion in Horses
An equine behaviorist offers tips on managing potentially stressful situations to which horses might react adversely.
, Zoetis Partner for Parasite Awareness
April is Parasite Awareness Month, and we’re bringing you up-to-date information about parasite control all month long!



